🇫🇯 Import Customs & Duties: Fiji
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$200
Packages under $200, duty free
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
CIF value + duty. VAT at 9% on most imports. Some basic goods exempt.
Clearance Time
3-7 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-15% | 85 |
| Clothing | 5-32% | 61-62 |
| Footwear | 5-32% | 64 |
| Food & Beverages | 0-32% | 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-5% | 84 |
| Cosmetics | 5-15% | 33 |
| Books | 0% | 49 |
| Toys & Games | 5-15% | 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Import Duty Calculator
Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $200 USD
Customs Clearance Process
Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS). ASYCUDA World system. MSG (Melanesian Spearhead Group) and PACER Plus trade agreements. VAT at 9% on imports. Fiscal duty (0-32%) plus excise on alcohol, tobacco, and fuel. Biosecurity strict.
What to Actually Expect
Most developed Pacific Island nation for customs. Suva and Lautoka ports handle most cargo. VAT at 9% is low. Duty rates 0-32% (higher on protective tariffs for local industry). Strict biosecurity, all food/plant/animal imports inspected (can add 1-3 days). DHL and FedEx available. Postal mail 2-4 weeks. Cyclone season (Nov-Apr) can disrupt shipping. Import Substitution & Export Finance Facility incentives. Major imports from Australia, NZ, Singapore, China. Reasonable efficiency for Pacific standards.
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, and used vehicles. Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF), strict inspection of all food, plant, and animal products. Import permits for restricted goods from relevant ministries.
Certificate of Origin
PACER Plus certificate for Pacific trade. MSG certificate for Melanesian trade. General certificates from Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation.
Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Fiji:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $0 | $0 | Free |
| $100 | $0 | $0 | Free |
| $200 | $0 | $0 | Free |
| $500 | $60 | $84 | $144 |
| $1000 | $160 | $174 | $334 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Fiji?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Fiji is $200. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Fiji?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Fiji is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. VAT at 9% on most imports. Some basic goods exempt.
How long does customs clearance take in Fiji?
Typical customs clearance in Fiji takes 3-7 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Fiji?
To import into Fiji, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Fiji?
Fiji prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.